Bundesliga Matchweek 31 of the 2025/26 season, scheduled from 24 to 26 April 2026, arrives at a decisive stage of the campaign. With the season entering its final phase, pressure continues to build across the table. Title contenders must remain consistent, teams competing for European spots are pushing for crucial results, and those near the bottom are fighting to secure survival. At this point, organization, focus, and making the most of key opportunities will be essential, as outcomes in this round could significantly shape the final standings. Observations from this fixture feed into the wider Bundesliga predictions for the matchweek, where all games are evaluated using a consistent editorial framework.
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RB Leipzig vs Union Berlin
RB Leipzig is currently in 3rd place with 59 points after playing 30 matches. The team has 18 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses, with a goal difference of 59:37 and is in great form, confirmed by a winning streak.
They are very strong offensively, with Baumgartner and Diomande as the top scorers, each with 12 goals, while Romulo provides additional support. Defensively, they are stable and well-organized. At home, they are reliable, with 10 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses, and a goal difference of 35:18. Their style of play is offensive, with high intensity.
Union Berlin is in 11th place with 32 points after 30 matches. The team has 8 wins, 8 draws, and 14 losses, with a goal difference of 34:52 and is in poor form.
Offensively, they rely on Ansah, Burke, and Khedira, but they lack efficiency. Defensively, they are vulnerable and often concede goals. Away from home, they have 4 wins, 2 draws, and 9 losses, with a goal difference of 14:28. Their style of play is more defensive, with attempts at counterattacks.
RB Leipzig is clearly the favorite due to their form, quality, and home advantage, while Union Berlin has serious defensive issues. It is expected that the home team will dominate and create more chances.
1 & 3+ (RB Leipzig to Win & Over2.5)
Predicted CS: 3-1
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Augsburg vs Eintracht Frankfurt
Augsburg is in 9th place with 36 points after playing 30 matches. The team has 10 wins, 6 draws, and 14 losses, with a goal difference of 38:54 and inconsistent form.
Offensively, they rely on Rieder, who has scored 6 goals, while Claude-Maurice and Gregoritsch provide support. Defensively, they face serious issues and often concede goals. At home, they have 6 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses, with a goal difference of 21:26. Their style of play is open and quite risky.
Eintracht Frankfurt is in 8th place with 42 points after 30 matches. The team has 11 wins, 9 draws, and 10 losses, with a goal difference of 55:57 and unstable form.
Offensively, they are strong, with Burkardt as the top scorer with 10 goals, while Uzun and Kalimuendo provide quality support. Defensively, they are vulnerable and often concede goals. Away from home, they have 4 wins, 6 draws, and 5 losses, with a goal difference of 29:34. Their style of play is offensive, with many transitions.
An open match with lots of goals is expected, considering the defensive weaknesses and offensive styles of both teams. Both teams have the ability to score a goal.
3+ (Over2.5)
Predicted CS: 2-2
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FC Koln vs Bayer Leverkusen
FC Koln is currently in 12th place with 31 points after playing 30 matches. The team has 7 wins, 10 draws, and 13 losses, with a goal difference of 44:51 and inconsistent form with many draws.
Offensively, they are decent, with El Mala as the top scorer with 11 goals, while Ache and Kaminski provide support. Defensively, they have ups and downs and concede goals. At home, they have 5 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses, with a goal difference of 28:25. Their style of play is open, with an attacking approach.
Bayer Leverkusen is in 6th place with 52 points after 30 matches. The team has 15 wins, 7 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal difference of 60:41 and solid form.
Offensively, they are very strong, with Schick as the leading scorer with 11 goals, while Grimaldo and Tillman provide creative support. Defensively, they are relatively stable. Away from home, they have 7 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses, with a goal difference of 27:24. Their style of play is offensive, with game control.
Bayer Leverkusen has the advantage due to their higher quality and more effective attack, while FC Koln plays openly and leaves space. I expect a match with chances on both sides and a win for the visiting team.
2 & GG (Bayer Leverkusen to Win & BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 1-2
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Heidenheim vs St. Pauli
Heidenheim is in 18th place with 19 points after playing 30 matches. The team has 4 wins, 7 draws, and 19 losses, with a goal difference of 33:66 and a very poor form.
Offensively, they are limited, with Schimmer as the top scorer with 5 goals, while Pieringer provides little support. Defensively, they are one of the weakest teams in the league. At home, they have 3 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses, with a goal difference of 21:35. Their style of play is open, but lacks organization.
St. Pauli is in 16th place with 26 points after 30 matches. The team has 6 wins, 8 draws, and 16 losses, with a goal difference of 26:51 and poor form.
Offensively, they rely on Sinani with 5 goals, while Hountondji and Kaars have limited contributions. Defensively, they are vulnerable and concede many goals. Away from home, they have 2 wins, 3 draws, and 10 losses, with a goal difference of 11:25. Their style of play is open, but risky.
A close and tactical match is expected between two teams with poor form and limited attack. Although the defenses are weak, there is a lack of quality in finishing, indicating a low number of goals.
0-2 (Under 2.5)
Predicted CS: 1-1
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Mainz vs Bayern Munich
Mainz is currently in 10th place with 34 points after playing 30 matches. The team has 8 wins, 10 draws, and 12 losses, with a goal difference of 36:45 and inconsistent form.
Offensively, they rely on Amiri as their top scorer with 11 goals, while Lee and Tietz provide support. Defensively, they have fluctuations and often concede goals. At home, they have 4 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses, with a goal difference of 17:18. Their style of play is open, focusing on transitions.
Bayern Munich is in 1st place with 79 points after 30 matches. The team has 25 wins, 4 draws, and 1 loss, with a goal difference of 109:29 and excellent form.
Offensively, they are dominant, with Kane as the leading scorer with 32 goals, while Diaz and Olise offer strong support. Defensively, they are solid and well-organized. Away from home, they are impressive, with 12 wins, 3 draws, and no losses, and a goal difference of 49:14. Their style of play is offensive, with complete control of the game.
Bayern Munich is the clear favorite due to the huge difference in quality and form, while Mainz has significant defensive issues. It is expected that the visitors will dominate and create many chances.
2 & 3+ (Bayern Munich to Win & Over2.5)
Predicted CS: 1-3
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Wolfsburg vs B. Monchengladbach
Wolfsburg is currently in 17th place with 24 points after playing 30 matches. The team has 6 wins, 6 draws, and 18 losses, with a goal difference of 41:66 and a very poor form due to a series of defeats.
Offensively, they rely on Amoura, who has scored 8 goals, while Pejcinovic and Wimmer provide limited support. Defensively, they are one of the weakest teams in the league. At home, they have 2 wins, 3 draws, and 10 losses, with a goal difference of 21:31. Their style of play is open, but lacks stability.
B. Monchengladbach is in 13th place with 31 points after 30 matches. The team has 7 wins, 10 draws, and 13 losses, with a goal difference of 36:50 and inconsistent form.
Offensively, they are solid, with Tabakovic as the leading scorer with 11 goals, while Diks and Castrop provide support. Defensively, they have fluctuations and concede goals. Away from home, they have 3 wins, 4 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal difference of 17:26. Their style of play is offensive, but risky.
An open match is expected between two teams with weak defenses and inconsistent form. Gladbach has a slight advantage due to their higher quality attack.
X2 & GG (Draw or Gladbach to Win & BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 1-2
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Hamburger SV vs Hoffenheim
Hamburger SV is currently in 10th place with 31 points after playing 30 matches. The team has 7 wins, 10 draws, and 13 losses, with a goal difference of 33:48 and a weak form.
Offensively, they rely on Vieira, Konigsdorffer, and Lokonga, but they aren’t very effective. Defensively, they have issues and often concede goals. At home, they have 5 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses, with a goal difference of 21:18. Their style of play is open and carries a lot of risk.
Hoffenheim is in 4th place with 56 points after 30 matches. The team has 17 wins, 5 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal difference of 59:44 and a solid form.
Offensively, they are very strong, with Kramaric as the leading scorer with 12 goals, while Asllani and Lemperle provide support. Defensively, they have some fluctuations. Away from home, they have 7 wins, 5 draws, and 3 losses, with a goal difference of 28:26. Their style of play is offensive, with quick attacks.
Hoffenheim has the advantage due to their quality and more efficient attack, while Hamburger SV struggles with defense. An open match is expected with chances for both sides, but the visiting team has the upper hand.
2 (Hoffenheim to Win)
Predicted CS: 1-2
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Stuttgart vs Werder Bremen
Stuttgart is in 4th place with 56 points after playing 30 matches. The team has 17 wins, 5 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal difference of 62:42 and a solid form.
Offensively, they are very strong, with Undav as the top scorer with 18 goals, while Demirovic and Leweling provide excellent support. Defensively, they are stable, although they sometimes have dips in their performance. At home, they are reliable, with 11 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses, and a goal difference of 26:14. Their style of play is offensive, with high intensity.
Werder Bremen is in 14th place with 31 points after 30 matches. The team has 8 wins, 7 draws, and 15 losses, with a goal difference of 35:53 and inconsistent form.
Offensively, they rely on Stage with 9 goals, while Njinmah and Schmid provide support. Defensively, they have issues and often concede goals. Away from home, they have 3 wins, 3 draws, and 9 losses, with a goal difference of 17:27. Their style of play is open, with a lot of risks.
Stuttgart has a clear advantage due to their form, quality, and home ground, while Werder Bremen struggles with defense. It is expected that the home team will dominate, create more chances, and secure a victory.
1 (Stuttgart to Win)
Predicted CS: 3-1
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Dortmund vs Freiburg
Dortmund is in 2nd place with 64 points after playing 30 matches. The team has 19 wins, 7 draws, and 4 losses, with a goal difference of 61:31 and is in good form.
Offensively, they are very strong, with Guirassy as the top scorer with 14 goals, while Beier and Adeyemi provide excellent support. Defensively, they are stable and well-organized. At home, they are confident, with 11 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses, and a goal difference of 33:14. Their style of play is offensive, with high pressing.
Freiburg is in 9th place with 43 points after 30 matches. The team has 12 wins, 7 draws, and 11 losses, with a goal difference of 44:48 and solid form.
Offensively, they rely on Matanovic with 8 goals, while Grifo and Manzambi offer support. Defensively, they have some fluctuations. Away from home, they have 4 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal difference of 16:28. Their style of play is balanced, focusing on counterattacks.
Dortmund has the advantage due to playing at home and a more effective attack, but Freiburg can create problems during transitions. An open match with more goals is expected, along with an advantage for the home team.
1 (Dortmund to Win)
Predicted CS: 2-1
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The analysis here follows Bundesliga Matchweek 30 predictions and precedes the upcoming round outlined in Bundesliga Matchweek 32 predictions.
